Parker Ainsworth – “The way that it was”-If you’re a fan of classic folk and Americana music, you’ll dig this new tune from Parker Ainsworth. In fact, you might wonder what year it is. It feels like a lot of different historical moments …
Category: Acoustic
Three Americana tunes that’ll remind you of home
Carrie Welling – “Happy first”-This is the kind of song that you can play for anybody. We’ve all been there in one way or another. “Don’t you think someone should love me even if it ain’t you?” Amen to that. Welling’s quality vocal …
Artist Interview: Folk singer songwriter Darryl Rahn tells stories that sound good in the car
If you’re a fan of eloquent lyricism and quality guitar work, you should take a few minutes to learn about the exceptional songwriting of Darryl Rahn. We covered his work on the site a few times, so I decided to reach out to …
Three indie folk tunes that will remind you why you love the genre
Wax Owls – “Set it free”-Since the early 2010s rise of hand-clap heavy folk music, we’ve been excited to feature this energetic style. Wax Owls definitely fit in that Lumineers and Mumford style of folk music and we’re happy to feature it. The …
Three emerging singer songwriters for your consideration
Kate Elpo – “be-longing”-From first listen of this track, I was impressed by the way the relatively minimal composition held my attention. The vocal is absolutely beautiful. The acoustic guitar is mesmerizing. By the time the stand up bass line enters the track, …
Three folk singer songwriters to guide your week
Joey English – “Haven’t been myself”-Any song that talks about monsters in the first line gets a quizzical look from me. But what makes this new track from Joey English so good is the way that it just comes across as so honest. …
Three engaging folk songs for your weekend
Michael Bernard Fitzgerald – “Good plates”-The phrasing of this song is unlike anything you’ve ever heard before. It’s a song about getting together with friends, something we don’t get to do much with the world the way it is. I love how the …
Three pop-flavored folk tunes for your Friday hangout
Simon Alexander – “Gloria”-There’s a calming energy to this track that won me over from first listen. Alexander is an artist we’ve featured in the past, so I wasn’t surprised by his great voice. But I was happy to connect with the group …
Three indie folk tracks for your late summer
Harpers – “Shine on me again”-The balance in the opening of this song is really appealing. The organ lays a base that feels authentic and moving. The vocal does a good job of nestling into the sound without being overbearing. This style reminds …
Three new indie pop tunes to get your groove back
Skout – “Dumb little life”-There’s an optimism in the chord structure of this song that puts an inspiring boost in my step. I really appreciate the positivity and energy, even though it’s about looking back on what might have been. I really like …
